#south-korea (267 Posts)
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Work-Life Balance Under the Sea: The Lucrative Life of a Haenyeo
There’s a strong emphasis on a work-life balance among Millenials and Gen Z A few years ago, an individual living in South Korea who worked four hours a day for 20 days a month, earning 5 million won ($4,400), became a hot topic and is once again in the spotlight. Jin So Hee, a haenyeo […]
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Lavish Spending or Necessary Diplomacy? U.S. Trip Raises Eyebrows
Ryu Hee Lim, the chairman of the Korea Communications Standards Commission (KCSC), is planning a trip to the U.S. with only two months left in her term, sparking criticism for the seemingly unnecessary nature of it. According to internal documents titled “May 2024 U.S. Trip Plan,” Chairman Ryu and four staff members are slated to […]
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President Yoon's Approval Dips Below 25%: A Historical Low for South Korea
President Yoon Suk Yeol has the lowest positive job performance rating among all presidents elected since 1987 after two years in office. According to the second week of May survey by Gallup Korea, President Yoon Suk Yeol’s positive job performance rating was 24%. According to the survey results released by Gallup, 24% of respondents evaluated […]
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Kim Seung Soo's AI Robot Daughter Bring Up Mixed Reactions
Actor Kim Seung Soo (52), known for his appearance in My Ugly Duckling, intrigued the public by revealing his adopted AI robot daughter. On the SBS variety show My Ugly Duckling aired on May 12th, Kim Seung Soo shocked the studio cast with his affectionate interactions with his AI robot daughter. Kim Seung Soo engaged […]
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HYBE Chairman Accused of Ignoring NewJeans' Greetings: A Mother Speaks Out
Amid allegations that Chairman Bang Si Hyuk of HYBE ignored greetings from the members of NewJeans, the mother of a NewJeans member has spoken out. According to the Daily Sports report on May 13th, the mother and three other NewJeans mothers visited HYBE on April 25th. Regarding the claims that “Chairman Bang Si Hyuk did […]
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Asymmetric Arms Race: North Korea's Strategy for Dominance
Earlier this year, military movements by North Korea were continuously detected, leading to an evacuation order for residents near Yeonpyeong Island. Actual measures such as entering a state of emergency alert were taken, causing shock. The live evacuation broadcast was heard not only by residents of Yeonpyeong Island but also by South Korean citizens and […]
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From Aprons to Ethereum: The Unlikely Journey of a Crypto Millionaire Couple
A documentary recently released by EBS has been garnering attention online. The released video appears to be an edited version of “Interview Korea 2018, Part 3: The Dream of Hitting the Jackpot,” which aired in June 2018. The video features the story of a husband who is now living as a full-time house-husband after taking […]
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Billion-Dollar Baby: LS Group's Alleged Tax Evasion Scheme
Well-known companies such as Samsung, SK, Hyundai, LG, Lotte, Hanwha, GS, and Shinsegae dominate the domestic conglomerate rankings. However, some companies are less known to us. One of them is the LS Group, currently ranked 13th in the conglomerate. LS Group is a family-run business that is part of the broader LG family. LS Group’s […]
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From Perfect Scorer to Perfect Criminal: The Shocking Gangnam Murder
A man in his 20s, known as a “perfect score medical student” and currently under investigation for the murder of his girlfriend, has become a hot topic online after committing the crime on the rooftop of a building near Gangnam Station in Seoul. According to the police on May 8th, the 25-year-old suspect is under […]
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Parole Decision for President's Mother-in-Law: Politics or Justice?
Shutterstock On May 8th, Parent’s Day, the Ministry of Justice deemed Choi Eun Soon, the mother-in-law of President Yoon Suk Yeol, eligible for parole. If Choi receives final approval from the Minister of Justice, Park Sung Jae, she will be released on May 14th. There’s an ongoing debate in the political sphere over whether the […]
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Grad Student's Plea for Living Wage Ignites Online Debate
A graduate student’s plea has gone viral after revealing they took a part-time job due to a monthly wage of $180, but their advisor scolded them to quit. A story about a graduate student in South Korea who had to take a part-time job over the weekend to cover living expenses and was subsequently scolded […]
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HYBE's Power Struggle: CEO Min Hee Jin Fights for Position
CEO Min Hee Jin of ADOR has recently filed an injunction to prevent the exercise of voting rights against HYBE. This move appears to be an attempt to halt HYBE’s ongoing efforts to dismiss her. On May 7th, ADOR’s legal representative, Sejong Law Firm, stated, “HYBE has requested a temporary shareholders’ meeting to discuss the […]
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Not Just Fame and Fortune: Celebrities Show Their Gratitude on Parents' Day
On May 8th, several celebrities stood out with their unique gifts this Parents’ Day. We’ve gathered together those stars who impressed everyone with their extraordinary presents. Actress Park Bo Young, well-known as a “donation angel,” warmed hearts by expressing her gratitude to the parents of all the staff at her agency on Parents’ Day. According […]
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Scandal in the Science World: Researcher Sexually Assaults Female Colleague
A researcher from a public institution under the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries committed sexual assault toward a female colleague. On May 6, JTBC reported that a researcher from the National Institute of Marine Biological Resources had sexually assaulted a female researcher in her hotel room while on a business trip. According to the report, […]
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BTS's RM Unveils Second Solo Album Concept Photos, Release Set for May 24
BTS’s RM has unveiled the second concept photo for his solo album, capturing his natural demeanor. On May 3, RM posted the second concept photo for his solo album Right Place, Wrong Person on the group’s official social media. The photo features RM enjoying everyday life in various locations in Tokyo, Japan. In particular, RM […]
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Tearful Tribute: Remembering Lee Sun Kyun at Baeksang Arts Awards
Actress Chun Woo Hee paid tribute to the late Lee Sun Kyun. On May 7, the 60th Baeksang Art Awards was held at the COEX in Gangnam-gu, Seoul. Chun appeared on stage as a presenter for the Screenplay Award (Scenario Award) in the film category. The Screenplay Award nominees included Killing Romance and Sleep, which […]
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Unexpected Setback: Hyein's Injury Puts NewJeans' Comeback on Hold
Instagram@newjeans_official Amid a heated battle with HYBE over management rights, NewJeans Hyein, a girl group member of ADOR, will not be participating in music shows in their upcoming comeback due to a minor foot fracture. On May 8, ADOR announced the news of Hyein’s hiatus through the fan platform Weverse. ADOR stated, “Hyein experienced pain […]
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HYBE Under Fire for Neglecting K-Pop Group Fromis_9
The K-pop group fromis_9 is said to be receiving unfair treatment, sparking a controversy over neglect by HYBE. On May 7, fromis_9 member Lee Chae Young mentioned her regret about their inactivity during a live broadcast, saying ” Why can’t we be active for so long? Just us? Only fromis_9? It’s so sad.” She continued, […]
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Luxury Bag Scandal: Will the First Lady Face Punishment?
A team has been formed to investigate the luxury bag allegations, but legal experts say punishment is unlikely due to the absence of laws against public officials’ spouses. A full-time team has been officially formed to investigate the allegations that President Yoon Suk Yeol’s spouse, Kim Keon Hee, accepted a luxury bag. The informant’s investigation […]
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TikTok Challenge Takes a Dark Turn: Dahn World Business Disrupted Over Alleged Ties to HYBE
Source: Instagram The “Dahn World Challenge” is reportedly trending among Korean teenagers due to allegations that HYBE is associated with a wellness organization called Dahn World. At the same time, there is an ongoing dispute over management rights between HYBE and its subsidiary ADOR. This “Dahn World Challenge” trend has been causing problems, disrupting operations […]